Damburneya salicifolia
Damburneya salicifolia, commonly known as willow-leaved damburneya, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering a rich natural resource for ethnobotanical research and wellness.
- Scientific name: Damburneya salicifolia
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Laurales. Finally, it is a member of the family Lauralaceae and is situated in the genus Damburneya.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Damburneya | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions of Mexico, showcasing a broad ecological range. In the central part of the country, it can be found throughout Mexico Central. Its presence extends to the eastern coastlines and inland areas of Mexico Northeast and Mexico Gulf. Additionally, the species inhabits the arid and mountainous terrains of Mexico Northwest. Finally, the plant is also documented growing within the landscapes of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
Activities
Damburneya salicifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |